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CALIFORNIA, USA ONLYThe Lithium battery adopted on this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in Perchlorate Best Management Practices (BMP) regulations passed by the California Legislature. When you discard the Lithium battery in California, USA, please follow the related regulations in advance.“Perchlorate Material-special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate”

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Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535;7,003,467 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, the Symbol, &DTS and the Symbol together is a registered trademark & DTS Connect, DTS Interactive,DTS Neo:PC are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software.© DTS, Inc., All Rights Reserved.

Who knew that at age 19, I would be a World Champion PC gamer. When I was 13, I actually played competitive billiards in professional tournaments and won four or five games off guys who played at the highest level. I actually thought of making a career of it, but at that young age situations change rapidly. Because I’ve been blessed with great hand-eye coordination and a grasp of mathematics (an important element in video gaming) I gravitated to that activity.

GOING PROI started professional gaming in 1999 when I entered the CPL (Cyberathlete Professional League) tournament in Dallas and won $4,000 for coming in third place. Emerging as one of the top players in the United States, a company interested in sponsoring me flew me to Sweden to compete against the top 12 players in the world. I won 18 straight games, lost none, and took first place, becoming the number one ranked Quake III player in the world in the process. Two months later I followed that success by traveling to Dallas and defending my title as the world’s best Quake III player, winning the $40,000 grand prize. From there I entered competitions all over the world, including Singapore, Korea, Germany, Australia, Holland and Brazil in addition to Los Angeles, New York and St. Louis.

WINNING STREAKI was excited to showcase my true gaming skills when defending my title as CPL Champion of the year at the CPL Winter 2001 because I would be competing in a totally different first person shooter (fps) game, Alien vs. Predator II. I won that competition and walked away with a new car. The next year I won the same title playing Unreal Tournament 2003, becoming the only three-time CPL champion of the year. And I did it playing a different game each year, something no one else has ever done and a feat of which I am extremely proud.

At QuakeCon 2002, I faced off against my rival ZeRo4 in one of the most highly anticipated matches of the year, winning in a 14 to (-1) killer victory. Competing at Quakecon 2004, I became the World’s 1st Doom3 Champion by defeating Daler in a series of very challenging matches and earning $25,000 for the victory.

Since then Fatal1ty has traveled the globe to compete against the best in the world, winning prizes and acclaim, including the 2005 CPL World Tour Championship in New York City for a $150,000 first place triumph. In August 2007, Johnathan was awarded the first ever Lifetime Achievement Award in the four year history of the eSports-Award for “showing exceptional sportsmanship, taking part in shaping eSports into what it is today and for being the prime representative of this young sport. He has become the figurehead for eSports worldwide”.

Fatal1ty Story

LIVIN’ LARGESince my first big tournament wins, I have been a “Professional Cyberathlete”, traveling the world and livin’ large with lots of International media coverage on outlets such as MTV, ESPN and a 60 Minutes segment on CBS to name only a few. It's unreal - it's crazy. I’m living a dream by playing video games for a living. I’ve always been athletic and took sports like hockey and football very seriously, working out and training hard. This discipline helps me become a better gamer and my drive to be the best has opened the doors necessary to become a professional.

A DREAMNow, another dream is being realized – building the ultimate gaming computer, made up of the best parts under my own brand. Quality hardware makes a huge difference in competitions…a couple more frames per second and everything gets really nice. It’s all about getting the computer processing faster and allowing more fluid movement around the maps.

My vision for Fatal1ty hardware is to allow gamers to focus on the game without worrying about their equipment, something I’ve preached since I began competing. I don’t want to worry about my equipment. I want to be there – over and done with - so I can focus on the game. I want it to be the fastest and most stable computer equipment on the face of the planet, so quality is what Fatal1ty Brand products represent.

Johnathan “Fatal1ty” Wendel

The Fatal1ty name, Fatal1ty logos and the Fatal1ty likeness are registered trademarks of Fatal1ty, Inc., and are used under license. © 2014 Fatal1ty, Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction 1

1.1 Package Contents 1

1.2 Specifications 2

1.3 Motherboard Layout 7

1.4 I/O Panel 9

Chapter 2 Installation 11

2.1 Installing the CPU 12

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 15

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 16

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 18

2.5 Jumpers Setup 19

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 20

2.7 Smart Switches 25

2.8 Dr. Debug 26

2.9 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation Guide 28

2.9.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards 28

2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup 30

2.10 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 31

2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 31

2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 33

2.10.3 Driver Installation and Setup 34

2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide 35

Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 38

3.1 Installing Drivers 38

3.2 F-Stream 39

3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 43

3.3.1 UI Overview 43

3.3.2 Apps 44

3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 47

3.3.4 Setting 48

3.4 XSplit Broadcaster 49

3.4.1 Live Streaming Your Gameplay 49

3.4.2 Recording Your Gameplay 52

3.5 Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 Installation 53

Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 56

4.1 Introduction 56

4.2 EZ Mode 57

4.3 Advanced Mode 58

4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar 58

4.3.2 Navigation Keys 59

4.4 Main Screen 60

4.5 OC Tweaker Screen 61

4.6 Advanced Screen 71

4.6.1 CPU Configuration 72

4.6.2 Chipset Configuration 74

4.6.3 Storage Configuration 77

4.6.4 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 2 79

4.6.5 Super IO Configuration 80

4.6.6 ACPI Configuration 81

4.6.7 USB Configuration 83

4.6.8 Trusted Computing 84

4.7 Tools 85

4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 88

4.9 Security Screen 90

4.10 Boot Screen 91

4.11 Exit Screen 94

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Chapter 1 IntroductionThank you for purchasing ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Professional Gaming i7 Series motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control. It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s commitment to quality and endurance.

In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation guide of the software and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the configuration guide of the BIOS setup.

1.1 Package Contents• ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Professional Gaming i7 Series Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)• ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Professional Gaming i7 Series Quick Installation Guide • ASRock Fatal1ty Z170 Professional Gaming i7 Series Support CD • 4 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)• 1 x I/O Panel Shield • 1 x ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card • 3 x Screw for M.2 Sockets• 1 x Screw for mini-PCIe Slot

Because the motherboard specifications and the BIOS software might be updated, the content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modi-fications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s website without further notice. If you require technical support related to this mother-board, please visit our website for specific information about the model you are using. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock’s website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com.

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1.2 Specifications

Platform • ATX Form Factor• High Density Glass Fabric PCB

CPU • Supports 6th Generation Intel® CoreTM i7/i5/i3/Pentium®/Celeron® Processors (Socket 1151)

• Digi Power design• 12 Power Phase design• Supports Intel® Turbo Boost 2.0 Technology• Supports Intel® K-Series unlocked CPUs• Supports ASRock BCLK Full-range Overclocking• Supports ASRock Hyper BCLK Engine

Chipset • Intel® Z170

Memory • Dual Channel DDR4 Memory Technology• 4 x DDR4 DIMM Slots• Supports DDR4 3866+(OC)*/3600(OC)/3200(OC)/2933

(OC)/2800(OC)/2400(OC)/2133 non-ECC, un-buffered memory

* 3866+(OC) memory frequency can only be achieved when a single memory module is installed (Single channel memory)* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/)• Max. capacity of system memory: 64GB• Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 2.0• 15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots

Expansion Slot

• 4 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Slots (PCIE2/PCIE4/PCIE6: single at x16 (PCIE2); dual at x8 (PCIE2) / x8 (PCIE4); triple at x8 (PCIE2) / x4 (PCIE4) / x4 (PCIE6). PCIE3: x4 mode)

• 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x1 Slot (PCIE5) (Flexible PCIe)• 1 x PCI Express 2.0 x1 Slot (PCIE1) • 1 x Half-size Mini-PCI Express Slot • Supports AMD Quad CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM

and CrossFireXTM • Supports NVIDIA® Quad SLITM and SLITM

• 15μ Gold Contact in VGA PCIe Slot (PCIE2)

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Graphics • Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals and the VGA outputs can be supported only with processors which are GPU integrated.

• Supports Intel® HD Graphics Built-in Visuals : Intel® Quick Sync Video with AVC, MVC (S3D) and MPEG-2 Full HW Encode1, Intel® InTruTM 3D, Intel® Clear Video HD Technology, Intel® InsiderTM, Intel® HD Graphics 510/530

• Pixel Shader 5.0, DirectX 12• Max. shared memory 1792MB • Three graphics output options: DVI-D, HDMI and

DisplayPort 1.2• Supports Triple Monitor• Supports HDMI with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K

(4096x2304) @ 24Hz• Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920x1200 @

60Hz• Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution up to 4K x 2K

(4096x2304) @ 24Hz or 4K x 2K (3840x2160) @ 60Hz• Supports Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color (12bpc), xvYCC and

HBR (High Bit Rate Audio) with HDMI Port (Compliant HDMI monitor is required)

• Supports Accelerated Media Codecs: HEVC, VP8, VP9• Supports HDCP with DVI-D, HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2

Ports • Supports Full HD 1080p Blu-ray (BD) playback with DVI-D,

HDMI and DisplayPort 1.2 Ports

Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1150 Audio Codec)

• Premium Blu-ray Audio support• Supports Surge Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection)• Supports Purity SoundTM 3

- Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Caps - 115dB SNR DAC with Differential Amplifier - TI® NE5532 Premium Headset Amplifier (Supports up to 600 Ohms headsets) - Pure Power-In - Direct Drive Technology - PCB Isolate Shielding

• Supports DTS Connect

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LAN • Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000 Mb/s• 1 x Giga PHY Intel® I219V, 1 x GigaLAN Intel® I211AT• Supports Wake-On-LAN • Supports Lightning/ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike

Protection)• Supports Dual LAN with Teaming • Supports Energy Efficient Ethernet 802.3az• Supports PXE

Rear Panel I/O

• 1 x PS/2 Mouse/Keyboard Port • 1 x DVI-D Port• 1 x HDMI Port• 1 x DisplayPort 1.2• 1 x Optical SPDIF Out Port• 1 x USB 2.0 Port (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full

Spike Protection))• 1 x Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB 2.0) (Supports ESD Protection

(ASRock Full Spike Protection))• 1 x USB 3.1 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) (ASMedia ASM1142)

(Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))• 1 x USB 3.1 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (ASMedia ASM1142)

(Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))• 4 x USB 3.0 Ports (Intel® Z170) (Supports ESD Protection

(ASRock Full Spike Protection))• 2 x RJ-45 LAN Ports with LED (ACT/LINK LED and SPEED

LED)• HD Audio Jacks: Rear Speaker / Central / Bass / Line in /

Front Speaker / Microphone

Storage • 6 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by Intel® Z170, support RAID (RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10, Intel Rapid Storage Technology 14 and Intel Smart Response Technology), NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug

• 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors by ASMedia ASM1061, sup-port NCQ, AHCI and Hot Plug

• 3 x SATA Express 10 Gb/s Connectors** Support to be announced* M2_1, SATA3_0, SATA3_1 and SATA_EXP0 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.

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* M2_2, SATA3_2, SATA3_3 and SATA_EXP1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled. * M2_3, SATA3_4, SATA3_5 and SATA_EXP2 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled. • 3 x Ultra M.2 Sockets, support M.2 SATA3 6.0 Gb/s module

and M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s)* Supports ASRock U.2 Kit

Connector • 1 x COM Port Header• 1 x TPM Header• 1 x Power LED and Speaker Header• 2 x CPU Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Control)• 4 x Chassis Fan Connectors (4-pin) (Smart Fan Speed Con-

trol)• 1 x 24 pin ATX Power Connector • 1 x 8 pin 12V Power Connector (Hi-Density Power Connec-

tor)• 1 x Front Panel Audio Connector• 1 x Thunderbolt AIC Connector• 3 x USB 2.0 Headers (Support 6 USB 2.0 ports) (Supports

ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))• 2 x USB 3.0 Headers (Support 4 USB 3.0 ports) (ASMedia

ASM1074 hub) (Supports ESD Protection (ASRock Full Spike Protection))

• 1 x Dr. Debug with LED• 1 x Power Switch with LED• 1 x Reset Switch with LED• 1 x Clear CMOS Switch • 1 x BIOS Selection Switch

BIOS Feature

• 2 x AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with multilingual GUI support (1 x Main BIOS and 1 x Backup BIOS)

• Supports Secure Backup UEFI Technology• ACPI 1.1 Compliant wake up events• SMBIOS 2.3.1 Support• CPU, GT_CPU, DRAM, VPPM, PCH 1.0V, VCCIO, VC-

CPLL, VCCSA Voltage Multi-adjustment

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Hardware Monitor

• CPU/Chassis temperature sensing• CPU/Chassis Fan Tachometer• CPU/Chassis Quiet Fan (Auto adjust chassis fan speed by

CPU temperature)• CPU/Chassis Fan multi-speed control• Voltage monitoring: +12V, +5V, +3.3V, CPU Vcore, GT_CPU,

DRAM, VPPM, PCH 1.0V, VCCIO, VCCSA

OS - Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit / 8.1 64-bit / 7 32-bit / 7 64-bit * To install Windows® 7 OS, a modified installation disk with xHCI drivers packed into the ISO file is required. Please refer to page 53 for more detailed instructions.* For the updated Windows® 10 driver, please visit ASRock’s website for details: http://www.asrock.com

Certifica-tions

• FCC, CE, WHQL• ErP/EuP Ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required)

Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools. Overclocking may affect your system’s stability, or even cause damage to the components and devices of your system. It should be done at your own risk and expense. We are not responsible for possible damage caused by overclocking.

* For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com

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No. Description

1 ATX 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)

2 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)

3 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN2)

4 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)

5 2 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)

6 Chassis Fan Connector (CHA_FAN4)

7 Clear CMOS Button (CLRCBTN1)

8 Power Switch (PWRBTN1)

9 Reset Switch (RSTBTN1)

10 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)

11 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_7_8)

12 USB 3.0 Header (USB3_5_6)



15 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_0_2)

16 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1_3)

17 SATA Express Connector (SATA_EXP0)


19 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A3_A4)

20 SATA3 Connectors (SATA3_A1_A2)

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22 SATA3 Connector (SATA3_5)


24 Power LED and Speaker Header (SPK_PLED1)

25 USB 2.0 Header (USB7_8)



28 System Panel Header (PANEL1)

29 BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1)

30 Clear CMOS Jumper (CLRMOS1)

31 TPM Header (TPMS1)

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1.4 I/O Panel

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1 USB 2.0 Ports (USB1) 10 Microphone (Pink)

2 Fatal1ty Mouse Port (USB2) 11 Optical SPDIF Out Port

3 DVI-D Port 12 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_12)

4 LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I219V)* 13 USB 3.0 Ports (USB3_34)

5 LAN RJ-45 Port (Intel® I211AT)* 14 USB 3.1 Type-A Port (USB31_TA_1)

6 Central / Bass (Orange) 15 USB 3.1 Type-C Port (USB31_TC_1)

7 Rear Speaker (Black) 16 HDMI Port

8 Line In (Light Blue) 17 DisplayPort 1.2

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* There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications.

Activity / Link LED Speed LED

Status Description Status DescriptionOff No Link Off 10Mbps connectionBlinking Data Activity Orange 100Mbps connectionOn Link Green 1Gbps connection

** If you use a 2-channel speaker, please connect the speaker’s plug into “Front Speaker Jack”. See the table below for connection details in accordance with the type of speaker you use.

Audio Output Channels

Front Speaker(No. 8)

Rear Speaker(No. 6)

Central / Bass(No. 5)

Line In(No. 7)

2 V -- -- --4 V V -- --6 V V V --8 V V V V

To enable Multi-Streaming, you need to connect a front panel audio cable to the front panel audio header. After restarting your computer, you will find the “Mixer” tool on your system. Please select “Mixer ToolBox” , click “Enable playback multi-streaming”, and click “ok”. Choose “2CH”, “4CH”, “6CH”, or “8CH” and then you are allowed to select “Realtek HDA Primary output” to use the Rear Speaker, Central/Bass, and Front Speaker, or select “Realtek HDA Audio 2nd output” to use the front panel audio.

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This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it.

Pre-installation PrecautionsTake note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.

• Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard components. Failure to do so may cause physical injuries and damages to motherboard components.

• In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components, NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.

• Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.• Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or

in the bag that comes with the components.• When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-

tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

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2.1 Installing the CPU

1. Before you insert the 1151-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will be seriously damaged.

2. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.

Dual Channel Memory Configuration

The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation.

Priority DDR4_A1 DDR4_A2 DDR4_B1 DDR4_B2

1 Populated Populated 2 Populated Populated 3 Populated Populated Populated Populated

1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.

2. It is unable to activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed.

3. It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.

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2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)There are 6 PCI Express slots and 1 mini-PCI Express slot on the motherboard.

PCIe slots:

PCIE1 (PCIe 2.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE2 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards. PCIE3 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards. PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x8 lane width graphics cards. PCIE5 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. PCIE6 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width graphics cards.

mini-PCIe slot:

MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot) is used for WiFi module.

PCIe Slot Configurations

Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

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Three Graphics Cards in 3-Way CrossFireXTM

Mode

x8 N/A x4 x4

For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard’s chas-sis fan connector (CHA_FAN1, CHA_FAN2, CHA_FAN3 or CHA_FAN4) when using multiple graphics cards.

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2.5 Jumpers SetupThe illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”. The illustration shows a 3-pin jumper whose pin1 and pin2 are “Short” when a jumper cap is placed on these 2 pins.

Clear CMOS Jumper(CLRMOS1)(see p.7, No. 30)

CLRMOS1 allows you to clear the data in CMOS. To clear and reset the system parameters to default setup, please turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply. After waiting for 15 seconds, use a jumper cap to short pin2 and pin3 on CLRMOS1 for 5 seconds. However, please do not clear the CMOS right after you update the BIOS. If you need to clear the CMOS when you just finish updating the BIOS, you must boot up the system first, and then shut it down before you do the clear-CMOS action. Please be noted that the password, date, time, and user default profile will be cleared only if the CMOS battery is removed.

Clear CMOSDefault

The Clear CMOS Switch has the same function as the Clear CMOS jumper.

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2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

System Panel Header(9-pin PANEL1)(see p.7, No.28)

Connect the power switch, reset switch and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables.

GND

RESET#

PWRBTN#

PLED-

PLED+

GND

HDLED-

HDLED+

1

GND

PWRBTN (Power Switch): Connect to the power switch on the chassis front panel. You may configure the way to turn off your system using the power switch.

RESET (Reset Switch): Connect to the reset switch on the chassis front panel. Press the reset switch to restart the computer if the computer freezes and fails to perform a normal restart.

PLED (System Power LED): Connect to the power status indicator on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the system is operating. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S1/S3 sleep state. The LED is off when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (S5).

HDLED (Hard Drive Activity LED): Connect to the hard drive activity LED on the chassis front panel. The LED is on when the hard drive is reading or writing data.

The front panel design may differ by chassis. A front panel module mainly consists of power switch, reset switch, power LED, hard drive activity LED, speaker and etc. When connect-ing your chassis front panel module to this header, make sure the wire assignments and the pin assignments are matched correctly.

Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard.

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Power LED and Speaker Header(7-pin SPK_PLED1)(see p.7, No. 24)

Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header.

Serial ATA3 Connectors(SATA3_0_2: see p.7, No. 15)(SATA3_1_3: see p.7, No. 16)(SATA3_4: see p.7, No. 21)(SATA3_5: see p.7, No. 22) (SATA3_A1_A2: see p.7, No. 20)(SATA3_A3_A4: see p.7, No. 19)

These ten SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. The SATA3_0, SATA3_1 are shared with the SATA_EXP0. The SATA3_2, SATA3_3 are shared with the SATA_EXP1. The SATA3_4, SATA3_5 are shared with the SATA_EXP2. To minimize the boot time, use Intel® Z170 SATA ports (SATA3_0) for your bootable devices.

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+5VDUMMY

PLED+PLED+

PLED-

DUMMYSPEAKER

SAT

A3_

A3

SAT

A3_

4S

ATA

3_A

1S

ATA

3_5

SATA

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SATA

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SAT

A3_

A4

SAT

A3_

A2

SATA

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SATA

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Serial ATA Express Connectors(SATA_EXP_0: see p.7, No. 17)(SATA_EXP_1: see p.7, No. 18)(SATA_EXP_2: see p.7, No. 23)

Please connect either SATA or PCIe storage devices to these connectors. *SATA_EXP0 is shared with the SATA3_0, SATA3_1 and the M2_1; SATA_EXP1 is shared with the SATA3_2, SATA3_3 and the M2_2; SATA_EXP2 is shared with the SATA3_4, SATA3_5 and the M2_3.

USB 2.0 Headers(9-pin USB3_4)(see p.7, No. 27)(9-pin USB5_6)(see p.7, No. 26)(9-pin USB7_8)(see p.7, No. 25)

There are three headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports.

USB 3.0 Headers(19-pin USB3_5_6)(see p.7, No. 12) (19-pin USB3_7_8)(see p.7, No. 11)

Besides four USB 3.0 ports on the I/O panel, there are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 3.0 header can support two ports.

Front Panel Audio Header(9-pin HD_AUDIO1)(see p.7, No. 33)

This header is for connecting audio devices to the front audio panel.

SAT

A3_

0S

ATA

3_4

SAT

A3_

2

SAT

A3_

1S

ATA

3_5

SAT

A3_

3

SAT

A_E

XP

0S

ATA

_EX

P2

SAT

A_E

XP

1

DUMMYGND

GND

P+P-

USB_PWR

P+P-

USB_PWR

1

1

IntA_PB_D+

Dummy

IntA_PB_D-

GND

IntA_PB_SSTX+

GND

IntA_PB_SSTX-

IntA_PB_SSRX+

IntA_PB_SSRX-

VbusVbus

Vbus

IntA_PA_SSRX-

IntA_PA_SSRX+

GND

IntA_PA_SSTX-

IntA_PA_SSTX+

GND

IntA_PA_D-

IntA_PA_D+

J_SENSE

OUT2_L

1

MIC_RETPRESENCE#

GND

OUT2_RMIC2_R

MIC2_L

OUT_RET

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Chassis Fan Connectors(4-pin CHA_FAN1)(see p.7, No. 13)

(4-pin CHA_FAN2)(see p.7, No. 14)



Please connect fan cables to the fan connectors and match the black wire to the ground pin.

CPU Fan Connectors(4-pin CPU_FAN1)(see p.7, No. 2)

(4-pin CPU_FAN2)(see p.7, No. 3)

This motherboard pro-vides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.

GND

FAN_VOLTAGECHA_FAN_SPEED

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

GNDFAN_VOLTAGECHA_FAN_SPEEDFAN_SPEED_CONTROL

GND

CHA_FAN_SPEED

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

FAN_VOLTAGE

FAN_VOLTAGEGND

CPU_FAN_SPEED

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

1 2 3 4

GNDFAN_VOLTAGECPU_FAN_SPEEDFAN_SPEED_CONTROL

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1. High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must sup-port HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your system.

2. If you use an AC’97 audio panel, please install it to the front panel audio header by the steps below: A. Connect Mic_IN (MIC) to MIC2_L. B. Connect Audio_R (RIN) to OUT2_R and Audio_L (LIN) to OUT2_L. C. Connect Ground (GND) to Ground (GND). D. MIC_RET and OUT_RET are for the HD audio panel only. You don’t need to connect them for the AC’97 audio panel. E. To activate the front mic, go to the “FrontMic” Tab in the Realtek Control panel and adjust “Recording Volume”.

GND

CHA_FAN_SPEED

FAN_SPEED_CONTROL

FAN_VOLTAGE

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ATX Power Connector(24-pin ATXPWR1)(see p.7, No. 10)

This motherboard pro-vides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13.

ATX 12V Power Connector(8-pin ATX12V1)(see p.7, No. 1)

This motherboard pro-vides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5.

Thunderbolt AIC Connector(5-pin TB1) (see p.7, No. 34)

Please connect a Thunderbolt™ add-in card (AIC) to this connector via the GPIO cable.

Serial Port Header(9-pin COM1)(see p.7, No. 32)

This COM1 header supports a serial port module.

TPM Header(17-pin TPMS1)(see p.7, No. 31)

This connector supports Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.

CCTS#1

RRTS#1

DDSR#1

DDTR#1

RRXD1

GND

TTXD1

DDCD#1

1

RRI#1

1

GND

SMB_

DATA

_MAIN

LAD2

LAD1

GND

S_PW

RDWN#

SERIRQ

#

GND

PCICLK

PCIRST

#

LAD3

+3V

LAD0

+3V

SB

GND

FRAME

SMB_

CLK

_MAIN

12

1

24

13

5

1

8

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2.7 Smart SwitchesThe motherboard has four smart switches: Power Switch, Reset Switch, Clear CMOS Switch and BIOS Selection Switch, allowing users to quickly turn on/off the system, reset the system, clear the CMOS values or switch between BIOS A and BIOS B.

Power Switch(PWRBTN)(see p.7, No. 8)

Power Switch allows users to quickly turn on/off the system.

Reset Switch(RSTBTN)(see p.7, No. 9)

Reset Switch allows users to quickly reset the system.

Clear CMOS Switch(CLRCBTN)(see p.7, No. 7)

Clear CMOS Switch allows users to quickly clear the CMOS values.

BIOS Selection Switch (BIOS_SEL1) (see p.7, No. 29)

BIOS Selection Switch allows the system to boot from either BIOS A or BIOS B.

This function is workable only when you power off your computer and unplug the power supply.

Power

Reset

A B

This motherboard has two BIOS chips, a primary BIOS (BIOS_A) and a backup BIOS (BIOS_B), which enhances the safety and stability of your system. Normally, the system will work on the primary BIOS. However, if the primary BIOS is corrupted or damaged, just flip the BIOS Selection Switch to “B”, then the backup BIOS will take over on the next system boot. After that, use “Secure Backup UEFI” in the UEFI Setup Utility to duplicate a working copy of the BIOS files to the primary BIOS to ensure normal system operation. For safety issues, users are not able to update the backup BIOS manually. Users may refer to the BIOS LEDs (BIOS_A_LED or BIOS_B_LED) to identify which BIOS is currently activated.

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2.8 Dr. DebugDr. Debug is used to provide code information, which makes troubleshooting even easier. Please see the diagrams below for reading the Dr. Debug codes.

Code Description

00 Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.

0d Problem related to memory, VGA card or other devices. Please clear CMOS, re-install the memory and VGA card, and remove other USB, PCI devices.

01 - 54 (except 0d), 5A- 60

Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU andmemory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

55 The Memory could not be detected. Please re-install the memory and CPU. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

61 - 91 Chipset initialization error. Please press reset or clear CMOS.

92 - 99 Problem related to PCI-E devices. Please re-install PCI-E devices or try installing them in other slots. If the problem still exists, please remove all PCI-E devices or try using another VGA card.

A0 - A7 Problem related to IDE or SATA devices. Please re-install IDE and SATA devices. If the problem still exists, please clear CMOS and try removing all SATA devices.

b0 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

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b4 Problem related to USB devices. Please try removing all USB devices.

b7 Problem related to memory. Please re-install the CPU and memory then clear CMOS. If the problem still exists, please install only one memory module or try using other memory modules.

d6 The VGA could not be recognized. Please clear CMOS and try re-installing the VGA card. If the problem still exists, please try installing the VGA card in other slots or use other VGA cards.

d7 The Keyboard and mouse could not be recognized. Please try re-installing the keyboard and mouse.

d8 Invalid Password.

FF Please check if the CPU is installed correctly and then clear CMOS.

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2.9 SLITM and Quad SLITM Operation GuideThis motherboard supports NVIDIA® SLITM and Quad SLITM (Scalable Link Interface) technology that allows you to install up to two identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards.

2.9.1 Installing Two SLITM-Ready Graphics Cards

Step 1

Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot and the other graphics card to PCIE4 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.

Step 2

If required, connect the auxiliary power source to the PCI Express graphics cards.

Requirements

1. You should only use identical SLITM-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA® certified.2. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports NVIDIA® SLITM technology. Download

the drivers from the NVIDIA® website: www.nvidia.com3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power

your system requires. It is recommended to use a NVIDIA® certified PSU. Please refer to the NVIDIA® website for details.

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Step 3

Align and insert the ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card to the goldfingers on each graphics card. Make sure the ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card is firmly in place.

Step 4

Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connector of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2 slot.

ASRock SLI_Bridge_2S Card

SLI_Bridge_2S Card

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2.9.2 Driver Installation and Setup

Install the graphics card drivers to your system. After that, you can enable the Multi-Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) in the NVIDIA® nView system tray utility. Please follow the below procedures to enable the multi-GPU.

For SLITM and Quad SLITM mode

Step 1

Double-click the NVIDIA Control Panel icon in the Windows® system tray.

Step 2

In the left pane, click Set SLI and PhysX configuration. Then select Maximize 3D performance and click Apply.

Step 3

Reboot your system.

Step 4

You can freely enjoy the benefits of SLITM or Quad SLITM.

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2.10 CrossFireXTM, 3-Way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation GuideThis motherboard supports CrossFireXTM, 3-way CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that allows you to install up to three identical PCI Express x16 graphics cards.

2.10.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards

Step 1

Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot and the other graphics card to PCIE4 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.

Step 2

Connect two graphics cards by installing a CrossFire Bridge on the CrossFire Bridge Interconnects on the top of the graphics cards. (The CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. Please refer to your graphics card vendor for details.)

1. You should only use identical CrossFireXTM-ready graphics cards that are AMD certified.2. Make sure that your graphics card driver supports AMD CrossFireXTM technology.

Download the drivers from the AMD’s website: www.amd.com3. Make sure that your power supply unit (PSU) can provide at least the minimum power

your system requires. It is recommended to use a AMD certified PSU. Please refer to the AMD’s website for details.

4. If you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with a 16-pipe card, both cards will oper-ate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode.

5. Different CrossFireXTM cards may require different methods to enable CrossFireXTM. Please refer to AMD graphics card manuals for detailed installation guide.

CrossFire Bridge

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Step 3

Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connec-tor of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2 slot.

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2.10.2 Installing Three CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards

Step 1

Insert one graphics card into PCIE2 slot, another graphics card to PCIE4 slot, and the other graphics card to PCIE6 slot. Make sure that the cards are properly seated on the slots.

Step 2

Use one CrossFire Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE2 and PCIE4 slots, and use the other CrossFire Bridge to connect the graphics cards on PCIE4 and PCIE6 slots. (The CrossFire Bridge is provided with the graphics card you purchase, not bundled with this motherboard. Please refer to your graphics card vendor for details.)

Step 3

Connect a VGA cable or a DVI cable to the monitor connector or the DVI connec-tor of the graphics card that is inserted to PCIE2 slot.

CrossFire Bridge

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Step 1

Power on your computer and boot into OS.

Step 2

Remove the AMD drivers if you have any VGA drivers installed in your system.

Step 3

Install the required drivers and CATALYST Control Center then restart your computer. Please check AMD’s website for details.

2.10.3 Driver Installation and Setup

Step 4

Double-click the AMD Catalyst Control Center icon in the Windows® system tray.

Step 5

In the left pane, click Performance and then AMD CrossFireXTM. Then select Enable AMD CrossFireX and click Apply.Select the GPU number according to your graphics card and click Apply.

AMD Catalyst Control Center

The Catalyst Uninstaller is an optional download. We recommend using this utility to un-install any previously installed Catalyst drivers prior to installation. Please check AMD’s website for AMD driver updates.

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2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation GuideThe M.2, also known as the Next Generation Form Factor (NGFF), is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Ultra M.2 Sockets support M.2 PCI Express module up to Gen3 x4 (32 Gb/s). * M2_1, SATA3_0, SATA3_1 and SATA_EXP0 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled. * M2_2, SATA3_2, SATA3_3 and SATA_EXP1 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled. * M2_3, SATA3_4, SATA3_5 and SATA_EXP2 share lanes. If either one of them is in use, the others will be disabled.

Installing the M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module

Step 1

Prepare a M.2_SSD (NGFF) module and the screw.

3

2

4

5

BCDE A

1

Step 2

Depending on the PCB type and length of your M.2_SSD (NGFF) module, find the corresponding nut location to be used.

No. 1 2 3 4 5

Nut Location A B C D E

PCB Length 3cm 4.2cm 6cm 8cm 11cm

Module Type Type2230 Type 2242 Type2260 Type 2280 Type 22110

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BCDE A

Step 3

Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location D by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut. Otherwise, release the standoff by hand.

BCDE A

Step 4

Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut to be used. Hand tighten the standoff into the desired nut location on the motherboard.

BC A

ABCDE

Step 5

Align and gently insert the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module into the M.2 slot. Please be aware that the M.2 (NGFF) SSD module only fits in one orientation.

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Step 6

Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module.

M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Support List

For the latest updates of M.2_SSD (NFGG) module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com

Vendor Size Interface Length P/NADATA 128GB SATA3 2280 AXNS381E-128GM-BADATA 256GB SATA3 2280 AXNS381E-256GM-BADATA 32GB SATA3 2230 AXNS330E-32GM-BCrucial 120GB SATA3 2280 CT120M500SSD4Crucial 240GB SATA3 2280 CT240M500SSD4Intel 80GB SATA3 2280 Intel SSDSCKGW080A401/80GKingston 120GB SATA3 2280 SM2280S3Kingston 480GB PCIe2 x4 2280 SH2280S3/480GPlextor 256GB PCIe 2280 PX-G256M6ePlextor 512GB PCIe 2280 PX-G512M6eSamsung 256GB PCIe3 x4 2280 SM951 (MZHPV256HDGL)Samsung 512GB PCIe3 x4 2280 SM951 (MZHPV512HDGL)Samsung 512GB PCIe x4 2280 XP941-512G (MZHPU512HCGL)SanDisk 128GB PCIe 2260 SD6PP4M-128GSanDisk 256GB PCIe 2260 SD6PP4M-256GTeam 128GB SATA3 2242 TM4PS4128GMC105Team 128GB SATA3 2280 TM8PS4128GMC105Team 256GB SATA3 2280 TM8PS4256GMC105Team 256GB SATA3 2242 TM4PS4256GMC105Transcend 256GB SATA3 2242 TS256GMTS400Transcend 512GB SATA3 2280 TS512GMTS800Transcend 512GB SATA3 2260 TS512GMTS600

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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing DriversThe Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that enhance the motherboard’s features.

Running The Support CDTo begin using the support CD, insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD automatically displays the Main Menu if “AUTORUN” is enabled in your computer. If the Main Menu does not appear automatically, locate and double click on the file “ASRSETUP.EXE” in the Support CD to display the menu.

Drivers MenuThe drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected and listed on the support CD driver page. Please click Install All or follow the order from top to bottom to install those required drivers. Therefore, the drivers you install can work properly.

Utilities MenuThe Utilities Menu shows the application software that the motherboard supports. Click on a specific item then follow the installation wizard to install it.

To improve Windows 7 compatibility, please download and install the following hot fix provided by Microsoft. “KB2720599”: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2720599/en-us

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3.2 F-StreamF-Stream is ASRock’s multi purpose software suite with a new interface, more new features and improved utilities.

3.2.1 Installing F-StreamF-Stream can be downloaded from ASRock Live Update & APP Shop. After the installation, you will find the icon “F-Stream“ on your desktop. Double-click the “F-Stream“ icon, F-Stream main menu will pop up.

3.2.2 Using F-StreamThere are six sections in F-Stream main menu: Operation Mode, OC Tweaker, System Info, FAN-Tastic Tuning, Tech Service and Settings.

Operation ModeChoose an operation mode for your computer.

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OC TweakerConfigurations for overclocking the system.

System InfoView information about the system. *The System Browser tab may not appear for certain models.

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FAN-Tastic Tuning

Configure up to five different fan speeds using the graph. The fans will automatically shift to the next speed level when the assigned temperature is met.

Tech ServiceContact Tech Service if you have problems with your computer. Please leave your contact information along with details of the problem.

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SettingsConfigure ASRock F-Stream. Click to select "Auto run at Windows Startup" if you want F-Stream to be launched when you start up the Windows operating system.

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3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP ShopThe ASRock Live Update & APP Shop is an online store for purchasing and downloading software applications for your ASRock computer. You can quickly and easily install various apps and support utilities, such as USB Key, XFast LAN, XFast RAM and more. With ASRock APP Shop, you can optimize your system and keep your motherboard up to date simply with a few clicks.

Double-click on your desktop to access ASRock Live Update & APP Shop utility.

*You need to be connected to the Internet to download apps from the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop.

3.3.1 UI Overview

Category Panel: The category panel contains several category tabs or buttons that when selected the information panel below displays the relative information.

Information Panel: The information panel in the center displays data about the currently selected category and allows users to perform job-related tasks.

Hot News: The hot news section displays the various latest news. Click on the image to visit the website of the selected news and know more.

Information Panel

Hot NewsCategory Panel

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3.3.2 Apps

When the "Apps" tab is selected, you will see all the available apps on screen for you to download.

Installing an AppStep 1

Find the app you want to install.

The most recommended app appears on the left side of the screen. The other various apps are shown on the right. Please scroll up and down to see more apps listed.

You can check the price of the app and whether you have already intalled it or not.

- The red icon displays the price or "Free" if the app is free of charge.

- The green "Installed" icon means the app is installed on your computer.

Step 2

Click on the app icon to see more details about the selected app.

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Step 3

If you want to install the app, click on the red icon to start downloading.

Step 4

When installation completes, you can find the green "Installed" icon appears on the upper right corner.

To uninstall it, simply click on the trash can icon . *The trash icon may not appear for certain apps.

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Upgrading an AppYou can only upgrade the apps you have already installed. When there is an available new version for your app, you will find the mark of "New Version" appears below the installed app icon.

Step 1

Click on the app icon to see more details.

Step 2

Click on the yellow icon to start upgrading.

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3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers

Installing BIOS or Drivers

When the "BIOS & Drivers" tab is selected, you will see a list of recommended or critical updates for the BIOS or drivers. Please update them all soon.

Step 1

Please check the item information before update. Click on to see more details.

Step 2

Click to select one or more items you want to update.

Step 3

Click Update to start the update process.

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3.3.4 Setting

In the "Setting" page, you can change the language, select the server location, and determine if you want to automatically run the ASRock Live Update & APP Shop on Windows startup.

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3.4 XSplit Broadcaster XSplit Broadcaster is a desktop application designed to make your multimedia broadcasting, live-streaming and recording a lot easier and more fun to do, we are giving away the 3 months premium license which is worth US$24.95 for free!

3.4.1 Live Streaming Your Gameplay

Step 1

Go to Start > All Programs > XSplit > XSplit Broadcaster to launch it.

Step 2

Log in with your own username and password. (If you do not have an XSplit account, click No XSplit account? to register.)

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Step 3

Go to Broadcast > Add Channels….

Step 4

Click Add....

Step 5

Select a platform for live streaming. *Before you start streaming, you need to register an account for the streaming service website, such as Twitch.tv, USTREAM, or other livestreaming services.

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Step 6

Fill in your platform's Username and Password.

Based on your needs, configure the Video and Audio Encoding settings. Click OK.

Step 7

The channel then appears in your broadcast list. Click Apply and OK to save the settings.

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Step 8

Go to Broadcast and select the platform to enable live streaming.

A link to view your live Broadcast has been copied for you automatically. Simply press CTRL-V or right click and choose Paste to paste the link into the browser, and you can see your broadcast.

To disable live streaming, go to Broadcast again and deselect the platform.

3.4.2 Recording Your Gameplay

Step 1

Go to Broadcast > Local recording to start recording.

Step 2

To stop recording, Go to Broadcast again and deselect Local recording.

Step 3

Go to Tools > My Recordings...to access your recordings

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3.5 Enabling USB Ports for Windows® 7 InstallationIntel® Braswell and Skylake has removed their support for the Enhanced Host Controller Interface (EHCI – USB2.0) and only kept the eXtensible Host Controller Interface (XHCI – USB3.0). Due to that fact that XHCI is not included in the Windows 7 inbox drivers, users may find it difficult to install Windows 7 operating system because the USB ports on their motherboard won’t work. In order for the USB ports to function properly, please create a Windows® 7 installation disk with the Intel® USB 3.0 eXtensible Host Controller (xHCI) drivers packed into the ISO file.

Requirements• A Windows® 7 installation disk or USB drive• USB 3.0 drivers (included in the ASRock Support CD or website)• A Windows® PC • Win7 USB Patcher (included in the ASRock Support CD or website)

Scenarios

You have an ODD and PS/2 ports:

If there is an optical disc drive, PS/2 ports and PS/2 Keyboard or mouse on your computer, you can skip the instructions below and go ahead to install Windows® 7 OS.

You only have an ODD (For Intel Skylake platforms only):

If there is an optical disc drive but no PS/2 ports on your computer, please enable the “PS/2 Simulator” option in UEFI SETUP UTILITY > Advanced > USB Configuration, which allows the USB port to function as a PS/2 port, and then you can install the Windows® 7 OS. Please set PS/S Simulator back to disabled after the installation.

You’ve got nothing:

If you do not have an optical disc drive, please find another computer and follow the instructions below to create a new ISO file with the “Win7 USB Patcher”. Then use the new patched Windows® 7 installation USB drive to install Windows® 7 OS.

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InstructionsStep 1

Insert the Windows® 7 installation disk or USB drive to your system.

Step 2

Extract the tool (Win7 USB Patcher) and launch it.

Step 3

Select the “Win7 Folder” from Step1 by clicking the red circle as shown as the picture below.

Step 4

Select the “USB Driver Folder” by clicking the red circle as shown as the picture below.

If you are using ASRock’s Support CD for the USB 3.0 driver, please select your CD-ROM.

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Step 5

Select where to save the ISO file by pressing the red circle as shown as the picture below.

Step 6

If you want to burn the patched image to a CD, please check “Burn Image” and select “Target Device to Burn”. If not, the patched ISO image will be exported to the destination selected in Step5. Then Press “Start” to proceed.

Step 7

Now you are able to install Windows® 7 on Braswell or Skylake with the new burned CD. Or please use the patched ISO image to make an OS USB drive to install the OS.

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Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY

4.1 IntroductionThis section explains how to use the UEFI SETUP UTILITY to configure your system. You may run the UEFI SETUP UTILITY by pressing <F2> or <Del> right after you power on the computer, otherwise, the Power-On-Self-Test (POST) will continue with its test routines. If you wish to enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY after POST, restart the system by pressing <Ctl> + <Alt> + <Delete>, or by pressing the reset button on the system chassis. You may also restart by turning the system off and then back on.

Because the UEFI software is constantly being updated, the following UEFI setup screens and descriptions are for reference purpose only, and they may not exactly match what you see on your screen.

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4.2 EZ ModeThe EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program by default. EZ mode is a dashboard which contains multiple readings of the system’s current status. You can check the most crucial information of your system, such as CPU speed, DRAM frequency, SATA information, fan speed, etc.

Press <F6> or click the "Advanced Mode" button at the upper right corner of the screen to switch to "Advanced Mode" for more options.

No. Function

1 Help

2 Load UEFI Defaults

3 Save Changes and Exit

4 Discard Changes

5 Change Language

6 Switch to Advanced Mode

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4.3 Advanced ModeThe Advanced Mode provides more options to configure the BIOS settings. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations.

To access the EZ Mode, press <F6> or click the "EZ Mode" button at the upper right corner of the screen.

4.3.1 UEFI Menu Bar

The top of the screen has a menu bar with the following selections:

Main For setting system time/date information

OC Tweaker For overclocking configurations

Advanced For advanced system configurations

Tool Useful tools

H/W Monitor Displays current hardware status

Boot For configuring boot settings and boot priority

Security For security settings

Exit Exit the current screen or the UEFI Setup Utility

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4.3.2 Navigation KeysUse < > key or < > key to choose among the selections on the menu bar, and use < > key or < > key to move the cursor up or down to select items, then press <Enter> to get into the sub screen. You can also use the mouse to click your required item.

Please check the following table for the descriptions of each navigation key.

Navigation Key(s) Description

+ / - To change option for the selected items

<Tab> Switch to next function

<PGUP> Go to the previous page

<PGDN> Go to the next page

<HOME> Go to the top of the screen

<END> Go to the bottom of the screen

<F1> To display the General Help Screen

<F5> Add / Remove Favorite

<F7> Discard changes and exit the SETUP UTILITY

<F9> Load optimal default values for all the settings

<F10> Save changes and exit the SETUP UTILITY

<F12> Print screen

<ESC> Jump to the Exit Screen or exit the current screen

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4.4 Main ScreenWhen you enter the UEFI SETUP UTILITY, the Main screen will appear and display the system overview.

FavoriteDisplay your collection of BIOS items. Press F5 to add/remove your favorite items.

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4.5 OC Tweaker Screen

In the OC Tweaker screen, you can set up overclocking features.

Advanced Turbo

You can use this option to increase your system performance. This option appears only when your CPU supports this function. This option appears only when you adopt K-Series CPU.

Load Optimized CPU OC Setting

You can use this option to load optimized CPU overclocking setting. Please note that overclocking may cause damage to your CPU and motherboard. It should be done at your own risk and expense.

Load Optimized GPU OC Setting

You can use this option to load optimized GPU overclocking setting. Please note that overclocking may cause damage to your GPU and motherboard. It should be done at your own risk and expense. This option appears only when you adopt K-Series CPU.

CPU Configuration

Multi Core Enhancement Improve the system's performance by forcing the CPU to perform the highest frequency on all CPU cores simultaneously. Disable to reduce power consumption .

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CPU RatioThe CPU speed is determined by the CPU Ratio multiplied with the BCLK. Increasing the CPU Ratio will increase the internal CPU clock speed without affecting the clock speed of other components.

CPU Cache RatioThe CPU Internal Bus Speed Ratio. The maximum should be the same as the CPU Ratio.

Minimum CPU Cache Ratio Set the minimum CPU Internal Bus Speed Ratio.

BCLK FrequencyThe CPU speed is determined by the CPU Ratio multiplied with the BCLK. Increasing the BCLK will increase the internal CPU clock speed but also affect the clock speed of other components.

BCLK StepConfigure the BCLK Step Value.

BCLK Reset Range

Configure the BCLK Reset Range.

Spread Spectrum

Enable Spread Spectrum to reduce electromagnetic interference for passing EMI tests. Disable to achieve higher clock speeds when overclocking.

CPU AmplitudeConfigure the CPU Amplitude.

Boot Performance ModeSelect the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff.

Reliability Stress RestrictorDisable or Enable Reliability Stress Restrictor feature.

FCLK FrequencyConfigure the FCLK Frequency.

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Intel SpeedStep TechnologyIntel SpeedStep technology allows processors to switch between multiple frequen-cies and voltage points for better power saving and heat dissipation.

Intel Turbo Boost TechnologyIntel Turbo Boost Technology enables the processor to run above its base operating frequency when the operating system requests the highest performance state.

Long Duration Power LimitConfigure Package Power Limit 1 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered after a period of time. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.

Long Duration MaintainedConfigure the period of time until the CPU ratio is lowered when the Long Duration Power Limit is exceeded.

Short Duration Power LimitConfigure Package Power Limit 2 in watts. When the limit is exceeded, the CPU ratio will be lowered immediately. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.

System Agent Current LimitConfigure the current limit of the system agent. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.

CPU Core Current LimitConfigure the current limit of the CPU core. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.

GT Slice Current LimitConfigure the current limit of the GT slice. A lower limit can protect the CPU and save power, while a higher limit may improve performance.

GT Slice FrequencyConfigure the frequency of the integrated Slice GPU.

DRAM Configuration

DRAM Tweaker

Fine tune the DRAM settings by leaving marks in checkboxes. Click OK to confirm and apply your new settings.

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DRAM Timing Configuration

Load XMP Setting

Load XMP settings to overclock the memory and perform beyond standard specifications.

DRAM Reference ClockSelect Auto for optimized settings.

DRAM FrequencyIf [Auto] is selected, the motherboard will detect the memory module(s) inserted and assign the appropriate frequency automatically.

DRAM Frequency OC Preset

If the DRAM frequency is selected, the corresponding DRAM and BCLK frequency for overclocking will be set.

Primary Timing

CAS# Latency (tCL)

The time between sending a column address to the memory and the beginning of the data in response.

RAS# to CAS# Delay and Row Precharge (tRCDtRP) ORAS# to CAS# Delay : The number of clock cycles required between the opening of a row of memory and accessing columns within it. Row Precharge: The number of clock cycles required between the issuing of the precharge command and opening the next row.

RAS# Active Time (tRAS)

The number of clock cycles required between a bank active command and issuing the precharge command.

Command Rate (CR)

The delay between when a memory chip is selected and when the first active command can be issued.

Secondary Timing

Write Recovery Time (tWR)The amount of delay that must elapse after the completion of a valid write operation,

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before an active bank can be precharged.

Refresh Cycle Time (tRFC)The number of clocks from a Refresh command until the first Activate command to the same rank.

RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_L) The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank.

RAS to RAS Delay (tRRD_S)

The number of clocks between two rows activated in different banks of the same rank.

Write to Read Delay (tWTR_L)

The number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to the same internal bank.

Write to Read Delay (tWTR_S)

The number of clocks between the last valid write operation and the next read command to the same internal bank.

Read to Precharge (tRTP)The number of clocks that are inserted between a read command to a row pre-charge command to the same rank.

Four Activate Window (tFAW)The time window in which four activates are allowed the same rank.

CAS Write Latency (tCWL)Configure CAS Write Latency.

Third Timing

tREFIConfigure refresh cycles at an average periodic interval.

tCKEConfigure the period of time the DDR4 initiates a minimum of one refresh command internally once it enters Self-Refresh mode.

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tRDRD_sgConfigure between module read to read delay.

tRDRD_dgConfigure between module read to read delay.

tRDRD_drConfigure between module read to read delay.

tRDRD_ddConfigure between module read to read delay.

tRDWR_sgConfigure between module read to write delay.

tRDWR_dgConfigure between module read to write delay.

tRDWR_drConfigure between module read to write delay.

tRDWR_ddConfigure between module read to write delay.

tWRRD_sgConfigure between module write to read delay.

tWRRD_dgConfigure between module write to read delay.

tWRRD_drConfigure between module write to read delay.

tWRRD_ddConfigure between module write to read delay.

tWRWR_sgConfigure between module write to write delay.

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tWRWR_dgConfigure between module write to write delay.

tWRWR_drConfigure between module write to write delay.

tWRWR_ddConfigure between module write to write delay.

RTL (CH A) Configure round trip latency for channel A.

RTL (CH B)

Configure round trip latency for channel B.

IO-L (CH A)

Configure IO latency for channel A.

IO-L (CH B) Configure IO latency for channel B.

Fourth Timing

twRPREConfigure twRPRE.

Write_Early_ODTConfigure Write_Early_ODT.

tAONPDConfigure tAONPD.

tXPConfigure tXP.

tXPDLLConfigure tXPDLL.

tPRPDENConfigure tPRPDEN.

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tRDPDENConfigure tRDPDEN.

twRPDENConfigure twRPDEN.

OREF_RIConfigure OREF_RI.

tREFIx9Configure tREFIx9.

txSDLLConfigure txSDLL.

txs_offsetConfigure txs_offset.

tZQOPERConfigure tZQOPER.

tMODConfigure tMOD.

ZQCS_periodConfigure ZQCS_period.

tZQCSConfigure tZQCS.

Advanced Setting

ODT WR (CH A)Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel A.

ODT WR (CH B)Configure the memory on die termination resistors' WR for channel B.

ODT PARK (CH A)Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel A.

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ODT PARK (CH B)Configure the memory on die termination resistors' PARK for channel B.

ODT NOM (CH A)Use this to change ODT (CH A) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto].

ODT NOM (CH B)

Use this to change ODT (CH B) Auto/Manual settings. The default is [Auto].

MRC Fast BootEnable Memory Fast Boot to skip DRAM memory training for booting faster.

Voltage Configuration

CPU Vcore VoltageConfigure the voltage for the CPU Vcore.

CPU Load-Line Calibration

CPU Load-Line Calibration helps prevent CPU voltage droop when the system is under heavy load.

GT Voltage

Configure the voltage for the integrated GPU.

GT Load-Line Calibration

GT Load-Line Calibration helps prevent integrated GPU voltage droop when the system is under heavy load.

DRAM VoltageUse this to configure DRAM Voltage. The default value is [Auto].

DRAM Activating Power SupplyConfigure the voltage for the DRAM Activating Power Supply.

PCH +1.0 VoltageConfigure the chipset voltage (1.0V).

VCCIO VoltageConfigure the voltage for the VCCIO.

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VCC PLL VoltageConfigure the chipset voltage (1.50V).

VCCSA Voltage

Configure the voltage for the VCCSA.

Save User DefaultType a profile name and press enter to save your settings as user default.

Load User DefaultLoad previously saved user defaults.

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4.6 Advanced ScreenIn this section, you may set the configurations for the following items: CPU Configuration, Chipset Configuration, Storage Configuration, Intel® Thunderbolt, Super IO Configuration, ACPI Configuration, USB Configuration and Trusted Computing.

UEFI Configuration

UEFI Setup Style

Select the default mode when entering the UEFI setup utility.

Active Page on Entry

Select the default page when entering the UEFI setup utility.

Full HD UEFIWhen [Auto] is selected, the resolution will be set to 1920 x 1080 if the monitor supports Full HD resolution. If the monitor does not support Full HD resolution, then the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768. When [Disable] is selected, the resolution will be set to 1024 x 768 directly.

Setting wrong values in this section may cause the system to malfunction.

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4.6.1 CPU Configuration

Intel Hyper Threading TechnologyIntel Hyper Threading Technology allows multiple threads to run on each core, so that the overall performance on threaded software is improved.

Active Processor CoresSelect the number of cores to enable in each processor package.

CPU C States SupportEnable CPU C States Support for power saving. It is recommended to keep C3, C6 and C7 all enabled for better power saving.

Enhanced Halt State (C1E)Enable Enhanced Halt State (C1E) for lower power consumption.

Package C State SupportEnable CPU, PCIe, Memory, Graphics C State Support for power saving.

CPU Thermal ThrottlingEnable CPU internal thermal control mechanisms to keep the CPU from overheat-ing.

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No-Execute Memory ProtectionProcessors with No-Execution Memory Protection Technology may prevent certain classes of malicious buffer overflow attacks.

Intel Virtualization TechnologyIntel Virtualization Technology allows a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions, so that one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems.

Hardware PrefetcherAutomatically prefetch data and code for the processor. Enable for better performance.

Adjacent Cache Line PrefetchAutomatically prefetch the subsequent cache line while retrieving the currently requested cache line. Enable for better performance.

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4.6.2 Chipset Configuration

Primary Graphics Adapter

Select a primary VGA.

VT-dIntel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O helps your virtual machine monitor better utilize hardware by improving application compatibility and reliability, and providing additional levels of manageability, security, isolation, and I/O performance.

PCIE2 Link SpeedSelect the link speed for PCIE2.



PCIE ASPM Support

This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all CPU downstream devices.

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PCH PCIE ASPM Support

This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH PCIE devices.

DMI ASPM Support

This option enables/disables the control of ASPM on CPU side of the DMI Link.

PCH DMI ASPM Support

This option enables/disables the ASPM support for all PCH DMI devices.

Share Memory

Configure the size of memory that is allocated to the integrated graphics processor when the system boots up.

IGPU Multi-Monitor

Select disable to disable the integrated graphics when an external graphics card is installed. Select enable to keep the integrated graphics enabled at all times.

Render Standby

Power down the render unit when the GPU is idle for lower power consumption.

Inte(R) Ethernet Connection I219-V

Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller (Intel® I219V).

Inte(R) Ethernet Connection I211

Enable or disable the onboard network interface controller (Intel® I211AT).

Onboard HD AudioEnable/disable onboard HD audio. Set to Auto to enable onboard HD audio and automatically disable it when a sound card is installed.

Front PanelEnable/disable front panel HD audio.

WAN RadioEnable/disable the WiFi module's connectivity.

Deep SleepConfigure deep sleep mode for power saving when the computer is shut down.

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Restore on AC/Power LossSelect the power state after a power failure. If [Power Off] is selected, the power will remain off when the power recovers. If [Power On] is selected, the system will start to boot up when the power recovers.

Good Night LED

By enabling Good Night LED, the Power/HDD LEDs will be switched off when the system is on. It will also automatically switch off the Power and Keyboard LEDs when the system enters into Standby/Hibernation mode.

Onboard Debug Port LED

Enable/disable the onboard Dr. Debug LED.

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4.6.3 Storage Configuration

SATA Controller(s)Enable/disable the SATA controllers.

SATA Mode SelectionAHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.

RAID: Combine multiple disk drives into a logical unit.

SATA Aggressive Link Power ManagementSATA Aggressive Link Power Management allows SATA devices to enter a low power state during periods of inactivity to save power. It is only supported by AHCI mode.

Hard Disk S.M.A.R.T. S.M.A.R.T stands for Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology. It is a monitoring system for computer hard disk drives to detect and report on various indicators of reliability.

AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface) supports NCQ and other new features that will improve SATA disk performance but IDE mode does not have these advantages.

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ASMedia SATA3 ModeIDE: For better compatibility.

AHCI: Supports new features that improve performance.

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4.6.4 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 2

Intel(R) Thunderbolt TechnonogyEnable/Disable the Intel(R) Thunderbolt function.

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4.6.5 Super IO Configuration

Serial PortEnable or disable the Serial port.

Serial Port AddressSelect the address of the Serial port.

PS2 Y-CableEnable the PS2 Y-Cable or set this option to Auto.

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4.6.6 ACPI Configuration

Suspend to RAMSelect disable for ACPI suspend type S1. It is recommended to select auto for ACPI S3 power saving.

ACPI HEPT TableEnable the High Precision Event Timer for better performance.

PS/2 Keyboard Power OnAllow the system to be waked up by a PS/2 Keyboard.

PCIE Devices Power OnAllow the system to be waked up by a PCIE device and enable wake on LAN.

Ring-In Power OnAllow the system to be waked up by onboard COM port modem Ring-In signals.

RTC Alarm Power OnAllow the system to be waked up by the real time clock alarm. Set it to By OS to let it be handled by your operating system.

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USB Keyboard/Remote Power OnAllow the system to be waked up by an USB keyboard or remote controller.

USB Mouse Power OnAllow the system to be waked up by an USB mouse.

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4.6.7 USB Configuration

Legacy USB SupportEnable or disable Legacy OS Support for USB 2.0 devices. If you encounter USB compatibility issues it is recommended to disable legacy USB support. Select UEFI Setup Only to support USB devices under the UEFI setup and Windows/Linux operating systems only.

Port 60/64 Emulation Enable the support of I/O port 60h/64h emulation. This should be enabled for the complete USB keyboard legacy support for non-USB aware OS. *Enable this option if you install Windows 7.

Third Party USB 3.1 ControllerEnable or disable all of the USB 3.1 ports controlled by Third Party chips.

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4.6.8 Trusted Computing

Security Device SupportEnable or disable BIOS support for security device.

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4.7 Tools

System BrowserASRock System Browser shows the overview of your current PC and the devices connected.

OMG (Online Management Guard)Administrators are able to establish an internet curfew or restrict internet access at specified times via OMG. You may schedule the starting and ending hours of internet access granted to other users. In order to prevent users from bypassing OMG, guest accounts without permission to modify the system time are required.

UEFI Tech ServiceContact ASRock Tech Service if you are having trouble with your PC. Please setup network configuration before using UEFI Tech Service.

Easy RAID InstallerEasy RAID Installer helps you to copy the RAID driver from the support CD to your USB storage device. After copying the drivers please change the SATA mode to RAID, then you can start installing the operating system in RAID mode.

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Easy Driver InstallerFor users that don’t have an optical disk drive to install the drivers from our support CD, Easy Driver Installer is a handy tool in the UEFI that installs the LAN driver to your system via an USB storage device, then downloads and installs the other required drivers automatically.

Boot ManagerBoot Manager is specifically designed for the dual OS platform/multi-OS platform users to easily customize and manage the boot menu. *Please connect more than one boot devices to use this tool.

Boot ManagerEnable/disable the Boot Manager.

Boot Manager TimeoutEnable/disable the Boot Manager Timeout.

Timeout SecondsConfigure the number of seconds to wait for the Boot Manager.

Instant FlashSave UEFI files in your USB storage device and run Instant Flash to update your UEFI.

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Internet Flash - DHCP (Auto IP), Auto

ASRock Internet Flash downloads and updates the latest UEFI firmware version from our servers for you. Please setup network configuration before using Internet Flash. *For BIOS backup and recovery purpose, it is recommended to plug in your USB pen drive before using this function.

Secure Backup UEFI

Whenever one of the ROM images are outdated or corrupted, switch to the other flash ROM and execute Secure Backup UEFI to duplicate the current working ROM image to the secondary flash ROM.

Network ConfigurationUse this to configure internet connection settings for Internet Flash.

Internet SettingEnable or disable sound effects in the setup utility.

UEFI Download ServerSelect a server to download the UEFI firmware.

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4.8 Hardware Health Event Monitoring ScreenThis section allows you to monitor the status of the hardware on your system, including the parameters of the CPU temperature, motherboard temperature, fan speed and voltage.

Fan-Tastic TuningSelect a fan mode for CPU Fans 1&2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

CPU Fan 1 SettingSelect a fan mode for CPU Fans 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

CPU Fan 2 SettingSelect a fan mode for CPU Fans 2, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

Chassis Fan 1 SettingSelect a fan mode for Chassis Fan 1, or choose Customize to set 5 CPU temperatures and assign a respective fan speed for each temperature.

Chassis Fan 1 Temp Source

Select a fan temperature source for Chassis Fan 1.

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Over Temperature ProtectionWhen Over Temperature Protection is enabled, the system automatically shuts down when the motherboard is overheated.

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4.9 Security ScreenIn this section you may set or change the supervisor/user password for the system. You may also clear the user password.

Supervisor PasswordSet or change the password for the administrator account. Only the administrator has authority to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.

User PasswordSet or change the password for the user account. Users are unable to change the settings in the UEFI Setup Utility. Leave it blank and press enter to remove the password.

Secure BootUse this item to enable or disable support for Windows 8.1 Secure Boot.

Intel(R) Platform Trust TechnologyEnable/disable Intel PTT in ME. Disable this option to use discrete TPM Module.

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4.10 Boot ScreenThis section displays the available devices on your system for you to configure the boot settings and the boot priority.

Fast BootFast Boot minimizes your computer's boot time. In fast mode you may not boot from an USB storage device. Ultra Fast mode is only supported by Windows 8.1 and the VBIOS must support UEFI GOP if you are using an external graphics card. Please notice that Ultra Fast mode will boot so fast that the only way to enter this UEFI Setup Utility is to Clear CMOS or run the Restart to UEFI utility in Windows.

Boot From Onboard LANAllow the system to be waked up by the onboard LAN.

Setup Prompt Timeout

Configure the number of seconds to wait for the setup hot key.

Bootup Num-LockSelect whether Num Lock should be turned on or off when the system boots up.

Boot Beep

Select whether the Boot Beep should be turned on or off when the system boots up. Please note that a buzzer is needed.

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Full Screen LogoEnable to display the boot logo or disable to show normal POST messages.

AddOn ROM DisplayEnable AddOn ROM Display to see the AddOn ROM messages or configure the AddOn ROM if you've enabled Full Screen Logo. Disable for faster boot speed.

Boot Failure GuardIf the computer fails to boot for a number of times the system automatically restores the default settings.

Boot Failure Guard CountConfigure the number of attempts to boot until the system automatically restores the default settings.

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CSM (Compatibility Support Module)

CSM Enable to launch the Compatibility Support Module. Please do not disable unless you’re running a WHCK test. If you are using Windows 8.1 64-bit and all of your devices support UEFI, you may also disable CSM for faster boot speed.

Launch PXE OpROM Policy Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

Launch Storage OpROM PolicySelect UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

Launch Video OpROM Policy Select UEFI only to run those that support UEFI option ROM only. Select Legacy only to run those that support legacy option ROM only. Select Do not launch to not execute both legacy and UEFI option ROM.

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4.11 Exit Screen

Save Changes and ExitWhen you select this option the following message, “Save configuration changes and exit setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to save changes and exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY.

Discard Changes and ExitWhen you select this option the following message, “Discard changes and exit setup?” will pop out. Select [OK] to exit the UEFI SETUP UTILITY without saving any changes.

Discard ChangesWhen you select this option the following message, “Discard changes?” will pop out. Select [OK] to discard all changes.

Load UEFI DefaultsLoad UEFI default values for all options. The F9 key can be used for this operation.

Launch EFI Shell from filesystem deviceCopy shellx64.efi to the root directory to launch EFI Shell.

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Contact Information

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